Spend your first day exploring the heart of London, Westminster. Visit Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, walk across Westminster Bridge, and see the iconic London Eye. Stop by Trafalgar Square to take a photo with Nelson's Column and visit The National Gallery to see some of the world's most famous paintings.
Visit the British Museum, home to an incredible collection of artifacts from around the world. After the museum, head over to St. Paul's Cathedral, one of the most famous landmarks in London. You can climb to the top for stunning views of the city or take a guided tour of the cathedral.
Start your day at the Tower of London, one of the city's most historic landmarks. See the Crown Jewels, explore the battlements and towers, and learn about the castle's dark history. Afterward, walk across the Tower Bridge for stunning views of the River Thames.
Visit the British Library, home to some of the world's most important literary treasures, like original manuscripts from Shakespeare, Lewis Carroll, and Jane Austen. Afterward, spend the afternoon exploring the Camden Market, where you can find street food, vintage shops, and live music performances.
Spend the day in Greenwich, a charming area of London that's full of history and culture. Visit the Royal Observatory and stand on the Prime Meridian, tour the Cutty Sark, one of the last tea clippers in the world, and explore the National Maritime Museum.
Shop till you drop on Oxford Street, where you can find plenty of high-street shops, department stores, and luxury boutiques. Afterward, head over to Covent Garden, where you can find street performers, artisanal food stalls, and unique shops.
Visit the charming neighborhood of Notting Hill, home to colorful houses, trendy shops, and the famous Portobello Market. Spend the day browsing vintage clothes, antiques, and street food.
Visit the Natural History Museum, where you can see incredible exhibitions on everything from dinosaurs to outer space. Afterward, head over to Kensington Palace, the former home of Princess Diana, and explore the beautifully manicured gardens.
Visit Shakespeare's Globe, a replica of the original theater where the famous playwright performed his plays. Afterward, head over to the Tate Modern, where you can see incredible contemporary art and stunning views of the city from the top floor.
Stroll along the South Bank, where you can find street performers, food vendors, and plenty of entertainment. Afterward, visit The Shard, the tallest building in Western Europe, for stunning views of the city from the viewing platform on floor 72.
Visit the beautiful Regent's Park, home to the famous London Zoo and some of the most stunning gardens in the city. Afterward, head over to Camden Passage, a charming pedestrian street full of antique shops, cafes, and independent boutiques.
Visit the lush Kew Gardens, where you can find some of the rarest plants and flowers in the world. Afterward, head over to Richmond Park, where you can see wild deer roaming freely and enjoy stunning views of the city from the top of the hill.
London has an excellent public transport system, including buses, trains, and the famous Tube. It's best to get an Oyster Card to save money on travel. We recommend getting a weekly pass for £37. Transport times vary depending on the time and day, but it usually takes between 10-30 minutes to get from one destination to another.
If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Windsor Castle or Stonehenge, or visit some of the city's lesser-known museums and galleries, like the Geffrye Museum or the Grant Museum of Zoology.
If you have less time, consider cutting out some of the destinations or combining them into one day. Alternatively, you could shorten the amount of time spent at each destination to fit everything in.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the largest airport in London and is located 14 miles west of the city center. You can get to the city center by taking the Heathrow Express train or the Piccadilly Line on the Tube, which takes about 30-45 minutes depending on the mode of transport used.